At a Glance
- Tasks: Conduct lab tests and analyses to ensure product quality and compliance.
- Company: Join Wilmar Sugar, a leading global agribusiness with a focus on sustainability.
- Benefits: Gain hands-on experience in a dynamic environment with growth opportunities.
- Other info: Collaborate with diverse teams and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
- Why this job: Make an impact in renewable energy while developing your analytical skills.
- Qualifications: Certificate III in Laboratory Skills or similar, with lab experience preferred.
The predicted salary is between 56700 - 69300 $ per year.
Wilmar Sugar Australia is part of Wilmar International, a leading global agribusiness with around 100,000 employees working across more than 30 countries and regions.
Across Australia and New Zealand, we operate two major business units, Sugar & Renewables and Sweeteners, employing 2,400+ people during peak/ seasonal operations with corporate offices in Melbourne, Brisbane, Townsville and Auckland.
As Australia’s largest raw sugar manufacturer and a top 10 global producer, Wilmar Sugar & Renewables runs eight sugar mills across North Queensland.
We are also one of the nation’s largest generators of renewable electricity from biomass, a major producer of bioethanol, the largest sugarcane grower, and a key supplier of sustainable fertiliser and stockfeed.
About the Role
The Laboratory Analyst plays a key role in supporting the quality and operational performance of the Bio Ethanol business at Sarina.
Reporting to the Environment and Quality Supervisor, this position is responsible for conducting laboratory testing and analysis, ensuring product quality meets specification requirements, maintaining laboratory equipment and documentation, investigating quality issues, and providing technical support to production operations.
The role also contributes to continuous improvement initiatives, compliance activities, and research and development projects as required.
Role Responsibilities
- Conduct laboratory testing and analysis of raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products to ensure compliance with quality specifications.
- Monitor, maintain, calibrate, and troubleshoot laboratory instruments and equipment, including GC, HPLC, ICP, and UV-VIS systems.
- Investigate product quality issues, support corrective actions, and assist in resolving production and quality-related problems.
- Prepare laboratory reports, maintain accurate records, and issue Certificates of Compliance and Analysis as required.
- Support bulk shipments, environmental sampling, quality inspections, and continuous improvement activities across the site. About you:
- You hold a Certificate III in Laboratory Skills or a similar qualification and have experience working in a laboratory environment.
- You have hands‑on experience operating and maintaining laboratory instrumentation, particularly GC, HPLC, ICP, and UV-VIS equipment.
- You are highly analytical, detail-oriented, and enjoy identifying and solving complex technical or quality-related issues.
- You are an effective communicator who can collaborate with a diverse range of stakeholders across operations, quality, and technical teams.
- You demonstrate a strong commitment to safety, teamwork, continuous improvement, and delivering high-quality outcomes.
About Us
Wilmar Sugar Australia is part of Wilmar International, a leading global agribusiness with around 100,000 employees working across more than 30 countries and regions.
Across Australia and New Zealand, we operate two major business units, Sugar & Renewables and Sweeteners, employing 2,400+ people during peak/ seasonal operations with corporate offices in Melbourne, Brisbane, Townsville and Auckland.
As Australia’s largest raw sugar manufacturer and a top 10 global producer, Wilmar Sugar & Renewables runs eight sugar mills across North Queensland.
We are also one of the nation’s largest generators of renewable electricity from biomass, a major producer of bioethanol, the largest sugarcane grower, and a key supplier of sustainable fertiliser and stockfeed.
About the Role
The Laboratory Analyst plays a key role in supporting the quality and operational performance of the Bio Ethanol business at Sarina.
Reporting to the Environment and Quality Supervisor, this position is responsible for conducting laboratory testing and analysis, ensuring product quality meets specification requirements, maintaining laboratory equipment and documentation, investigating quality issues, and providing technical support to production operations.
The role also contributes to continuous improvement initiatives, compliance activities, and research and development projects as required.
Role Responsibilities
- Conduct laboratory testing and analysis of raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products to ensure compliance with quality specifications.
- Monitor, maintain, calibrate, and troubleshoot laboratory instruments and equipment, including GC, HPLC, ICP, and UV-VIS systems.
- Investigate product quality issues, support corrective actions, and assist in resolving production and quality-related problems.
- Prepare laboratory reports, maintain accurate records, and issue Certificates of Compliance and Analysis as required.
- Support bulk shipments, environmental sampling, quality inspections, and continuous improvement activities across the site. About you:
- You hold a Certificate III in Laboratory Skills or a similar qualification and have experience working in a laboratory environment.
- You have hands‑on experience operating and maintaining laboratory instrumentation, particularly GC, HPLC, ICP, and UV-VIS equipment.
- You are highly analytical, detail-oriented, and enjoy identifying and solving complex technical or quality-related issues.
- You are an effective communicator who can collaborate with a diverse range of stakeholders across operations, quality, and technical teams.
- You demonstrate a strong commitment to safety, teamwork, continuous improvement, and delivering high-quality outcomes.
- Recruitment Process
Applications are assessed independently and on their individual merits against the requirements of the advertised role.
- As part of our recruitment process, shortlisted candidates may be required to –
- Complete interviews, assessments, reference checks and verification of qualifications, licences and work rights.
- Successful candidates will be required to satisfactorily complete any role-specific pre‑employment checks, which may include a pre‑employment medical assessment (including drug and alcohol screening).
- A National Police Check and other compliance requirements.
Due to the volume of applications received, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
If you have not heard from us within four weeks of the job ads expiry, please consider your application unsuccessful.
We encourage you to apply for future opportunities with Wilmar that align with your skills and experience.
Wilmar Sugar & Renewables is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Laboratory Analyst in Sarina employer: Wilmar Sugar
Wilmar Sugar Australia is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment that fosters innovation and collaboration within the expanding Bioethanol division. Employees benefit from a strong focus on professional development, competitive remuneration, and a supportive culture that values customer relationships and strategic growth. Located in a vibrant industry hub, this role provides unique opportunities to engage with a diverse portfolio of clients while contributing to sustainable energy solutions.
